Child Psychologist

• Base Salary: $112,102 - $135,661 (p.a.)
• Total Effective Package: $136,980 - $165,406 (p.a.)*
• Full Time, Max Term Contract

Working with Central Australian Aboriginal Congress not only offers rewarding career options, but a wide range of employee benefits including;

• Competitive salaries, Generous salary packaging
• Six (6) weeks' annual leave
• 11.5 % superannuation
• A strong commitment to Professional Development
• Access to the Congress health services for you and your family at no cost
• District allowance

Role Description

The psychologist is responsible for providing psychologist assessment and therapeutic services to Aboriginal children aged between the ages of 0-12 and their families to optimise the child's mental health. The position works within a multidisciplinary team to support children with suspected or emerging mental illness or behavioural disorders including early assessment, therapy, management and family support to limit the severity and progression of mental health challenges.

To be considered for this position, you will require:

• Full registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Professional Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Eligibility to apply for a Medicare Provider Number and bill for services rendered
• demonstrated experience in providing psychological support to children, particularly those aged 0-12 years, with a strong understanding of child development
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate sensitively in a cross-cultural environment
• Current Drivers Licence.

For more information on the position please contact Senior Manager, Head to Health Kids, Tahlia Lee on

• Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options.

Advertised until a suitable applicant is found.

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Congress are not accepting Agency enquiries regarding this role at this time.